V-Neck Jacket with Pockets

Knitting Pattern – Naturally N1451

This relaxed V-neck jacket features a modern silhouette with integrated pockets and a beautifully blended ombré colour effect. The simple stocking stitch allows the yarn’s colour transitions to take centre stage, creating a striking yet easy-to-wear garment.

The jacket is worked flat in separate pieces from the bottom up, with shaping through the body and sleeves for a comfortable fit. The pockets are incorporated during construction, and a wide ribbed band is picked up around the front edges and neckline for a clean, finished look.

Photographed in Nako Ombre 12ply, a self-striping yarn that creates seamless colour changes without the need for multiple yarns.

Sizes

Designed with positive ease for a relaxed, comfortable fit.

Yarn Requirements

Recommended yarn: Nako Ombre 12ply

*Estimated from 100 g ball quantities listed in the pattern.

Suitable for 12 ply / bulky yarns, especially self-striping or gradient yarns.

Needles & Notions

• 5.00 mm knitting needles

• 5.50 mm knitting needles

• 5.00 mm circular needle (100–120 cm for rib band)

• Stitch holders

• 4 buttons

• Tapestry needle

Gauge

16 stitches × 22 rows
Stocking stitch on 5.50 mm needles

Accurate gauge is important for correct sizing.

Construction Overview

• Knit flat in separate pieces (back, fronts, sleeves, and pocket linings)

• Bottom-up construction

• Ribbed hem followed by stocking stitch body

• Integrated pockets worked into front pieces

• Shaping through body using decreases

• V-neck formed during front construction

• Sleeves worked flat and set in

• Ribbed front band and neckline picked up and worked in one piece

• Seamed finishing for structure

✔ Relaxed V-neck cardigan style
✔ Features functional pockets
✔ Ideal for self-striping yarns
✔ Suitable for intermediate knitters